Senior Director Finance & Accounts

Description
Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures

Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit with the approved external auditor

Prepare all supporting information for authorized groups such as the Canadian Revenue Agency and the Worker’s Compensation Board

Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions

Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, and petty cash

Reconcile bank and investment accounts; and manage cash flow

Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting as compared to budget

Assist the CEO and the Board Treasurer with financial reporting as required at Board meetings and the Annual General Meetings and provide advice to support the decision making process

Using the Zero-Based approach for budgeting, prepare the annual budget in consultation with the Executive Director and Treasurer and/or Finance Committee

Assist staff with the preparation of budgets for funding applications
Specification
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and internal control principles
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills to evaluate alternatives and provide recommendations on business issues

Well developed written and oral communications skills

Minimum Experience 20 Years